The six best smartphones above Rs.25K
We hope you’ve enjoyed our little series as we have been putting them together. Today, we take a look at the last and final segment, the best smartphones whose prices are above Rs.25,000. In this high-end segment, expect the cream of the crop mobile phones with every imaginable feature you could ever want or need. Phones in this segment have a noticeable bump in build quality where aluminium is the most commonly used material for the chassis. Screen sizes are definitely bigger and the camera’s bundled along giving budget digicams a run for their money. Let’s have a look at DNA Digital’s top picks above Rs.25K.
HTC Sensation XE
The first Sensation failed to live up to its name but the new XE edition offers a lot more value. Packing in the same DNA as the old one, the XE features a faster dual-core CPU as well as Beats Audio enhancements along with a Beats headset for better audio fidelity. The 8MP camera is capable of capturing great stills as well as record in full HD resolution. The phone also supports DivX video out-of-the-box.
Specsheet:
OS: Android Gingerbread (2.3)
Screen: 4.3-inch (960 x 540 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v3, 3G
Storage: 8GB internal, expandable to 32GB
Price: Rs.32,500
Samsung Galaxy Note
Despite its size, Samsung’s Galaxy Note was a runaway success as it gives users the best of both worlds. Aside from being a bit of a challenge to fit in your pocket, the Note offers a brilliantly large Super AMOLED screen making it ideal for videos and surfing the Internet. The phone also comes with the S-Pen which lets you take quick notes. It’s a powerful phone as well, thanks to a speedy 1.4GHz dual-core CPU. The 8MP camera captures good stills as well as full HD video at 30fps. Samsung has also fitted it with a large battery which delivers great battery life. If you can’t decide between phone and tablet, then the Note is a perfect compromise.
Specsheet:
OS: Android Gingerbread (2.3)
Screen: 5.3-inch (1280 x 720 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v3, 3G
Storage: 16GB internal, expandable to 32GB
Price: Rs.32,700
Motorola RAZR XT910
Motorola’s RAZR is a direct competitor to the S II as it’s the slimmest Android currently at just 7.1mm in thickness. The back cover is made of kevlar for added protection to the components while keeping it light. Armed with a Super AMOLED screen and Gorilla Glass, it’s completely damage-proof. The phone also features HDMI-out for connecting to a HDTV.
Specsheet:
OS: Android Gingerbread (2.3)
Screen: 4.3-inch (960 x 540 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v4, 3G
Storage: 16GB internal, expandable to 32GB
Price: Rs.30,000
Samsung Galaxy S II
The Galaxy S II continues to dominate the high-end Android space and with Samsung rolling out Android 4.0, it’s an even sweeter deal. One of the slimmest droids in the market, the S II features a gorgeous Super AMOLED Plus screen that offers great viewing angles and colours, both indoors and out. Powered by a 1.2GHz CPU and running TouchWiz UX UI, the phone is superfast and you get a lot of functionality straight out-of-the-box. The Gorilla Glass ensures no scratches and the 8MP shooter ensures great stills and video.
Specsheet:
OS: Android Gingerbread (2.3)
Screen: 4.3-inch (800 x 480 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v3, 3G
Storage: 16GB internal, expandable to 32GB
Price: Rs.30,900
Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S
A speedier version of the Xperia Arc, the S variant bumps up the CPU speed to 1.4GHz for better performance. It packs in the same 4.2-inch display powered by their Mobile BRAVIA Engine for superior display quality. 720p recording is possible, thanks to the 8.1MP camera and the LED flash helps it in low-light conditions. At 117g, it’s pretty lightweight as well. It also has very good multimedia capabilities and the xLOUD sound enhancement does wonders for audio quality.
Specsheet:
OS: Android Gingerbread (2.3)
Screen: 4.2-inch (854 x 480 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v2.1, 3G
Storage: 8GB internal, expandable to 32GB
Price: Rs.28,000
Apple iPhone 4S
The iPhone continues to be one of the most expensive handsets; and yet, it remains the most-sought-after smartphone. Armed with excellent build quality and the Retina Display, the 4S carries forward the same features of the iPhone 4, but improves upon it. We now have a faster dual-core CPU and an 8MP camera capable of full HD recording. The phone also features GLONASS GPS support and an improved antenna structure for better reception. This is also the first ‘global’ iPhone with bot GSM and CDMA radios built-in.
Specsheet:
OS: iOS
Screen: 3.5-inch (960 x 640 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v4.0, 3G
Storage: 16GB internal
Price: Rs.44,500
We hope you’ve enjoyed our little series as we have been putting them together. Today, we take a look at the last and final segment, the best smartphones whose prices are above Rs.25,000. In this high-end segment, expect the cream of the crop mobile phones with every imaginable feature you could ever want or need. Phones in this segment have a noticeable bump in build quality where aluminium is the most commonly used material for the chassis. Screen sizes are definitely bigger and the camera’s bundled along giving budget digicams a run for their money. Let’s have a look at DNA Digital’s top picks above Rs.25K.
HTC Sensation XE
The first Sensation failed to live up to its name but the new XE edition offers a lot more value. Packing in the same DNA as the old one, the XE features a faster dual-core CPU as well as Beats Audio enhancements along with a Beats headset for better audio fidelity. The 8MP camera is capable of capturing great stills as well as record in full HD resolution. The phone also supports DivX video out-of-the-box.
Specsheet:
OS: Android Gingerbread (2.3)
Screen: 4.3-inch (960 x 540 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v3, 3G
Storage: 8GB internal, expandable to 32GB
Price: Rs.32,500
Samsung Galaxy Note
Despite its size, Samsung’s Galaxy Note was a runaway success as it gives users the best of both worlds. Aside from being a bit of a challenge to fit in your pocket, the Note offers a brilliantly large Super AMOLED screen making it ideal for videos and surfing the Internet. The phone also comes with the S-Pen which lets you take quick notes. It’s a powerful phone as well, thanks to a speedy 1.4GHz dual-core CPU. The 8MP camera captures good stills as well as full HD video at 30fps. Samsung has also fitted it with a large battery which delivers great battery life. If you can’t decide between phone and tablet, then the Note is a perfect compromise.
Specsheet:
OS: Android Gingerbread (2.3)
Screen: 5.3-inch (1280 x 720 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v3, 3G
Storage: 16GB internal, expandable to 32GB
Price: Rs.32,700
Motorola RAZR XT910
Motorola’s RAZR is a direct competitor to the S II as it’s the slimmest Android currently at just 7.1mm in thickness. The back cover is made of kevlar for added protection to the components while keeping it light. Armed with a Super AMOLED screen and Gorilla Glass, it’s completely damage-proof. The phone also features HDMI-out for connecting to a HDTV.
Specsheet:
OS: Android Gingerbread (2.3)
Screen: 4.3-inch (960 x 540 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v4, 3G
Storage: 16GB internal, expandable to 32GB
Price: Rs.30,000
Samsung Galaxy S II
The Galaxy S II continues to dominate the high-end Android space and with Samsung rolling out Android 4.0, it’s an even sweeter deal. One of the slimmest droids in the market, the S II features a gorgeous Super AMOLED Plus screen that offers great viewing angles and colours, both indoors and out. Powered by a 1.2GHz CPU and running TouchWiz UX UI, the phone is superfast and you get a lot of functionality straight out-of-the-box. The Gorilla Glass ensures no scratches and the 8MP shooter ensures great stills and video.
Specsheet:
OS: Android Gingerbread (2.3)
Screen: 4.3-inch (800 x 480 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v3, 3G
Storage: 16GB internal, expandable to 32GB
Price: Rs.30,900
Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S
A speedier version of the Xperia Arc, the S variant bumps up the CPU speed to 1.4GHz for better performance. It packs in the same 4.2-inch display powered by their Mobile BRAVIA Engine for superior display quality. 720p recording is possible, thanks to the 8.1MP camera and the LED flash helps it in low-light conditions. At 117g, it’s pretty lightweight as well. It also has very good multimedia capabilities and the xLOUD sound enhancement does wonders for audio quality.
Specsheet:
OS: Android Gingerbread (2.3)
Screen: 4.2-inch (854 x 480 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v2.1, 3G
Storage: 8GB internal, expandable to 32GB
Price: Rs.28,000
Apple iPhone 4S
The iPhone continues to be one of the most expensive handsets; and yet, it remains the most-sought-after smartphone. Armed with excellent build quality and the Retina Display, the 4S carries forward the same features of the iPhone 4, but improves upon it. We now have a faster dual-core CPU and an 8MP camera capable of full HD recording. The phone also features GLONASS GPS support and an improved antenna structure for better reception. This is also the first ‘global’ iPhone with bot GSM and CDMA radios built-in.
Specsheet:
OS: iOS
Screen: 3.5-inch (960 x 640 resolution)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi ‘n’, Bluetooth v4.0, 3G
Storage: 16GB internal
Price: Rs.44,500
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